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China-headquartered Luxshare Precision Industry, a major Apple supplier listed on the Shenzhen exchange, has priced its Hong Kong initial public offering (IPO) at the top end of its marketed range, aiming to raise approximately HK$24.27 billion ($3.09 billion). The company set the offer price at HK$63.28 per H-share for 383.5 million shares. Trading in the new shares is scheduled to begin on the…

Amid sharply rising memory and storage prices that are forcing many tech makers to hike prices, Apple is in a surprisingly strong position. While the company has raised prices on select iPad and MacBook models, its robust margins, new lower-priced lineup (including the MacBook Neo and iPhone 17e), and pricing power could make its products look more attractive relative to competitors — potentially…

In a bullish note to investors released on July 7, 2026, J.P. Morgan analyst Samik Chatterjee raised the firm’s price target on Apple shares from $325 to $345, while maintaining an Overweight rating. The move reflects growing confidence that Apple can navigate near-term cost pressures while delivering stronger-than-expected revenue and earnings growth. Chatterjee highlighted Apple’s demonstrated…

Stephen Graham and Liev Schreiber in “Nocturne,” premiering globally on Apple TV on Friday, October 30, 2026. Apple TV on Tuesday unveiled a first look at “Nocturne,” the riveting new drama based on the internationally bestselling crime novels “Lazarus” and “The Sandman” by Lars Kepler. “Nocturne” stars and is executive produced by Tony Award winner, Actor Award winner, Emmy Award nominee and…

Apple’s Pad mini 7 Amazon has launched a fresh round of discounts on the entire lineup of Wi-Fi-only iPad mini 7 models, offering savings of up to $130. This marks the first notable sale across all storage tiers since Prime Day, making the latest compact iPad more accessible for buyers seeking a powerful, portable tablet. The iPad mini 7, known for its ultra-portable 8.3-inch design, A17 Pro chip…

Apple is enhancing transparency around its Apple Intelligence features by adding a new user permission popup that notifies and seeks consent before certain AI tasks send data to Google Cloud servers. The change appears in both the upcoming iOS 27 and the current iOS 26, 9to5Mac reports, reflecting Apple’s expanding use of external cloud infrastructure for advanced generative AI…

iPhone Air is the thinnest iPhone ever, delivering pro performance, amazing new camera systems on the front and back, and fantastic all-day battery life. Apple is reportedly planning a meaningful battery upgrade for the second-generation iPhone Air, according to new supply chain information. The ultra-thin device, which launched earlier this year, could see its battery capacity increase by around…

Apple is raising the bar for its most advanced smart home AI capabilities, tying key Apple Intelligence features in the Home app to a higher-tier iCloud+ subscription. According to details spotted in the macOS 27 beta 3 release notes, using Apple Intelligence-powered camera features in the Home app will require at least a 2TB iCloud+ plan. This marks the first explicit storage requirement for…

Apple Watch Ultra 3 Apple has rolled out a significant update for Apple Watch users, bringing the enhanced Siri AI capabilities directly to their wrists. According to MacRumors‘ Juli Clover, the feature has now gone live in watchOS 27 beta 3, fulfilling a promise Apple made when the software was first announced. The new Siri AI integration includes a dedicated Siri app that appears prominently in…

Julia Garner will star in and executive produce the new Apple TV thriller “Guilty Creatures,” directed by Craig Gillespie and adapted from Mikita Brottman’s acclaimed true-crime book. Apple TV on Monday announced it will expand its award-winning series slate with “Guilty Creatures,” a new thriller led by three-time Emmy Award and Golden Globe Award winner Julia Garner (“Ozark,” “Weapons”), who…

Apple has quietly begun rolling out a much-anticipated change for its users in India: the return of credit and debit card payments for Apple Account purchases. After suspending the option more than four years ago, the company is now allowing eligible Visa and Mastercard cards to be added back for seamless payments toward iCloud+, Apple Music, App Store apps, and other digital subscriptions. The…

The America250 time capsule, shown here in the machine shop where it was created at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Gaithersburg, Md. Credit: Rich Press/NIST On the eve of the nation’s 250th birthday, America250 has completed one of the most ambitious preservation projects in U.S. history. “America’s Time Capsule” was officially sealed last week at the National…

Apple appears to be shifting its strategy with the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. New regulatory filings from China’s 3C certification database reveal that the Pro Max will receive a significantly larger battery upgrade compared to its smaller sibling, giving the two models a more meaningful difference beyond just screen size. Battery Capacities Leaked According to details shared…

3D render claiming to depict Apple’s first foldable iPhone (image: Jon Prosser) Apple’s long-awaited foldable iPhone is expected to generate strong consumer demand upon launch, but initial supply constraints could limit availability and delay widespread shipments, according to prominent analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. In a Sunday blog post, Kuo — of TF International Securities — said Apple could unveil the…

While Wall Street obsesses over splashy acquisitions and AI mega-spends, Apple took a quieter, yet far more impactful, path. Instead of using the company’s massive cash reserves to snap up other businesses, Apple invested a staggering $853 billion in share buybacks since 2013. That war chest could have purchased nearly any of the other 487 companies in the S&P 500. Instead, Apple retired more…

In a move that underscores the enduring strength of one of tech’s most important supplier relationships, Broadcom and Apple have agreed to extend their technology collaboration through 2031. The companies entered into new multi-year, long-term agreements under which Broadcom will continue developing and supplying a range of custom ASIC silicon products for multiple generations of Apple…

Two hundred and fifty years ago, in the summer of 1776, a bold group of dreamers and patriots signed a document that would change the course of human history. They declared that all people are endowed by their Creator with unalienable rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. That audacious idea, born in America, became the foundation of the greatest experiment in self-government the…